decembergrad2011 BSN, RN

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    Why did you want to be a nurse?

    decembergrad2011 replied to cantgowrongwithjwong's topic in General Nursing

    My grandmother died of lung cancer when I was 6 years old. I told her that I would find the cure for cancer. I have always been the confidante, the empath, and the "mom" of my friend groups. I love...
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    Maternity discrimination

    decembergrad2011 replied to Kmendi's topic in General Nursing

    I would wait to apply after I had passed NCLEX and delivered baby. My friend did this and did not take her first job until after her son was around 9 months old I believe. It was just easier for...
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    New Graduate RN having preceptor commucation problems

    decembergrad2011 replied to Kaytayxx's topic in General Nursing

    I just want to give you a big hug! I'm on vacation while my orientee is left to fend for herself with a sub this week and I've heard horror stories. Some nurses were not meant to be preceptors! It...
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    Patient safety and narcotics

    decembergrad2011 replied to jay082's topic in General Nursing

    Working in oncology with sometimes dying people, I typically am very, very liberal with pain medication. At patient request, it will be given if there's no medical reason to hold it and I have a...
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    What advice would you give your 19 year old self?

    decembergrad2011 replied to depalma.amada's topic in General Nursing

    1. Trust him because you are lucky enough to have one of the good ones. Seriously, you will look back at the 10 year mark with a big grin wondering why you ever doubted this relationship. 2. Don't...
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    ixchel's 8/15 This Week I Have Learned...

    decembergrad2011 replied to Farawyn's topic in General Nursing

    I have learned that I like being on vacation more than being at work. :) But I still am ok with going back. I just really love the extra time with my young
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    That one random nugget of information from nursing school that you've never forgotten..

    decembergrad2011 replied to blah_blah_blah's topic in General Nursing

    Learning that the proper nursing intervention for a masturbating patient is to provide for privacy. Ain't nobody got time for dat. Put that back under the covers or get some soap and wash it while...
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    Every Nurse has that one patient they'll remember forever

    decembergrad2011 replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    Will never forget the L&D nurse that I cared for while she was dying of leukemia. Especially not after having all of her co-workers deliver my baby a year later. Many of them came to my room...
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    So...What Kind of Nursing Task Do You LIKE?

    decembergrad2011 replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in General Nursing

    Port access and central line dressing changes. Stat lock? Bio patch? Sterile gloves? Why yes, yes I will. I also like that usually visitors in a room shut up when they have to wear a procedure...
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    Are too many certifications a bad thing?

    decembergrad2011 replied to Ruger8mm's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I'm only certified as a chemotherapy provider through ONS, but otherwise nothing with three years experience. I am planning on obtaining my OCN this year. I honestly would have probably been able to...
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    port accessing tips.

    decembergrad2011 replied to busybee04's topic in Oncology

    I have used the heparin flush "dwell" trick also with success. I have also tried it with no success. It is definitely something I try before going to TPA, even if it simply gives me the time I need...
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    port accessing tips.

    decembergrad2011 replied to busybee04's topic in Oncology

    This is what our port needles look like. I tell people that the port is like a juicebox and the needle is the straw. The inner section between the bumps will feel slightly squishy compared to the...
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    Would this be considered a med error?

    decembergrad2011 replied to Theone40's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Yep it would be a med error if given as such. Call pharmacy and get them to send you a patient specific
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    Failed A Course...

    decembergrad2011 replied to Kyliemb's topic in General Students

    https://allnurses.com/general-nursing-student/my-worst-fear-649774.html My story. It's only recently that I have begun to share the fact that I failed with some of my coworkers. It's a huge...
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    disturbing observation at the Children's hospital...

    decembergrad2011 replied to NurseCard's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Most of us on day shift on my side of the floor are quite...perky. I do have to admit that. I have noticed a recent trend on our floor toward a lot of the older nurses deciding to "retire" to night...
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    Loan forgiveness options? Help!

    decembergrad2011 replied to kaimkaim's topic in General Nursing

    Per diem or overtime hours can be used to add additional payments. Ask them to apply it to principal! Budgeting practices in general to help save up money are important. I have about 50K in student...
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    RNs!!!! Did you fail Any classes???

    decembergrad2011 replied to dinah77's topic in General Nursing

    Yep. I failed my final semester and had to repeat after carrying a 3.5 GPA all through college. I came back, kicked butt under a different preceptor, and passed. I passed NCLEX on the first try. I...
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    How did the 12 hour shift begin?

    decembergrad2011 replied to anon456's topic in General Nursing

    I absolutely love the 12 hour shift concept. I do wish there were more opportunities to allow some additional staffing during the busy times of the day, but I wouldn't want to be the one working...
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    Nursing Behind the Wall

    decembergrad2011 replied to mikethemurse's topic in Correctional

    My mom is a correctional nurse. It's interesting how despite the difference in our patient populations, we share so many similarities. Thanks for this great article that I will share with her.
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    Pregnant Oncology Nurse

    decembergrad2011 replied to whitecp's topic in Oncology

    I have not hung chemo since being pregnant and now breastfeeding. I have understanding coworkers and will extend the same understanding to anyone else in the same
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    **POLL** New 1st Year RN Salary

    decembergrad2011 replied to Bell13's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I started out at $22/hour as a new grad with my BSN I make $23.42 now after a few raises in my 2 years.
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    Little Did She Know, Her Life Was About To Change Forever.

    decembergrad2011 replied to RschIVF40's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I have no words, just tears. I recognize the scene. Best
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    Where to start when you don't have experience.

    decembergrad2011 replied to chio0719's topic in Nursing Career

    I started out in oncology. Very glad I did even though I've had a huge learning curve in many
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    What's your Myers-Briggs personality type?

    decembergrad2011 replied to bekahinpink's topic in General Nursing

    ENFP - oncology. I love psych and peds as well, and likely will pursue an advanced degree in psych. I'd like to be a psych
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    Starting on the bone marrow transplant unit - help!

    decembergrad2011 replied to Certifiable's topic in Oncology

    I work on the overflow unit for BMT and we're basically BMT Jr. We don't get the active transplants but we do have patients on the service. I also float and pick up over there quite a bit. Learn...